The following article is from the Times Picayune. Thank you for your continued support as we endeavor to care for noble beasts who are unable to defend themselves.
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New Animal Adviser wants your helpColumnist grew up loving dogs, horses Sunday, March 11, 2007 By Ann Nungesser <snip> . . . . . . . More than two dozen horses suffering from malnutrition and neglect were seized from their Algiers caretaker recently after two dead horses were found on the property, according to the Louisiana Humane Society. Many of the horses were underweight by several hundred pounds. Praising the quick response and "top-notch investigation of the NOPD and the LA/SPCA," Jeff Dorson, executive director of the Humane Society of Louisiana, said the horses will need 40 or more bales of hay a week at almost $20 a bale pending the investigation. Veterinary and other services expected to cost thousands of dollars will be provided by the LA/SPCA. A nonprofit equine rehabilitation center located in Plaquemines Parish, the Rescue Ranch, is housing, feeding, and caring for 20 of the horses. The Rescue Ranch's Lori Wilson said all of these horses are responding well, eating heartily, and seem to be enjoying their life on the ranch. To help both the Rescue Ranch and the LA/SPCA meet the anticipated expenses without depleting their resources, the Humane Society is coordinating a horse food drive and asking the community for help. Both monetary donations and in-kind contributions of Bermuda Hay, Alfalfa Cubs and Purina Strategy Feed are welcome. Drop off your donations at any of the Double M Feed stores in the New Orleans area, including the Terrytown store at 543 Holmes Blvd. Blaine Strander said the Terrytown location already has started receiving donations. Monetary contributions may be designated for food (Rescue Ranch) or medical expenses (LA/SPCA). Checks may be mailed to Rescue Ranch, P.O. Box 7112 , Belle Chasse, LA 70037 or LA/SPCA, 701 Thayer St. , New Orleans , LA 70114 . . . . . . . . <snip> |
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